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SBIR began as a U.S. experiment. Now it’s a global model for startup innovation, adopted by over 17 countries. Discover how the program reshaped R&D worldwide.

A NASA algae experiment led to a biotech breakthrough now nourishing 50 million babies. See how SBIR funding helped Martek reshape infant nutrition worldwide.

A lifesaving sensor system born in Air Force hangars is now protecting firefighters, crowds, and disaster zones—thanks to SBIR funding and public safety innovation.

A young startup backed by SBIR grants has built a machine that destroys toxic PFAS chemicals—once thought indestructible. It’s a game-changer for clean water.

A $1.5M SBIR grant helped Qualcomm invent mobile tech that powers your smartphone. See how early public funding launched a $174B telecom titan.

New research confirms it: SBIR grants don’t replace venture capital—they attract it. Startups with SBIR funding raise more VC money and reach bigger exits.

Genzyme’s $62K SBIR grant became a $20.1B success story. Learn how this biotech startup turned rare disease research into one of the biggest pharma deals ever.

From cancer cures to hepatitis treatments, SBIR-funded startups have quietly delivered life-saving drugs. Discover how small businesses are reshaping pharma.

The Roomba’s rugged smarts didn’t start in your living room. Discover how military robotics, funded by SBIR grants, led to the world’s best-selling home robot.

Discover how a $245,000 SBIR grant helped a struggling linguistics startup transform into Symantec, the cybersecurity powerhouse behind Norton Antivirus.